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Article Abstract:
The advances in the discovery of solar systems similar to that of our own have created great interest in the possible existence of extraterrestrial life. Issues concerning the Fermi Paradox, galaxy colonization and the search for life are discussed.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 2000
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How hackers break in ... and how they are caught: port scanners, core dumps and buffer overflows are but a few of the many weapons in every sophisticated hacker's arsenal. Still, no hacker is invincible
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A profile on the operations and techniques employed by computer hackers in their misdeeds is presented. Hackers use patience and persistence in finding openings in computer systems, such as in virtual ports.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1998
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